Our verdict
Insanely dreamy from the off, the Circadia Vent from KEEN cuts through shifting terrain—from level to rugged—with cranked-up control underfoot. It's an uber-dependable, great-fitting companion where losing your footing is not an option (which is all the time). And as far as looks go, this mesh-slash-leather kick ranks among those that really catch the eye both on and off the trail.
Pros
- Astonishingly comfortable
- An iffy heel experience
- If outstanding support is what youre after, you cant go wrong with the
- Track spikes and XC
- Versatile performance
- Doubles as a work shoe
- Head-turning design
Cons
- KEEN Circadia Vent
- Quite low maintenance
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The KEEN Circadia Vent is a solid summertime day hiker with a sleek silhouette. Buy it if:
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- Multi-layered A shoe KEEN on fit Grips like a boss.
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Who should NOT buy it
If outstanding support is what you're after, you can't go wrong with the KEEN Voyageur. Also, you're better off purchasing the KEEN NXIS Speed A shoe KEEN on fit.
Quite low maintenance
Scores of trail explorers are floored by the extreme comfort of the KEEN Circadia Vent. Supporting their observation are the remarks "much more comfortable than the Presidio" and "super comfortable!!!" And the better news: The shoe is that plush right from the get-go.
Grips like a boss
With comments such as "good traction" and "had great traction," the Circadia Vent bites into the terrain ferociously. Reviewers applaud its performance on a variety of surfaces, including muddy and pebbly trails.
A shoe KEEN on fit
Quite a number of hikers find the Circadia Vent's confines amazing. One of them says, "They fit like a glove," while another says they have an "amazing fit."
Very quick break-in
This easy-to-clean hiker from KEEN is a competent workshop kick, and reviewers are all for it. Its hardy toe bumper and resilient leather overlays make it "all great for working," says a seasoned adventurer.
An iffy heel experience
Trail-goers aren't impressed with the Circadia Vent's lackluster arch support. "Feels like I'm walking on my heel and ball only," says one of them. "The sole on this shoe has no support," says another.
Grips like a boss
Many hikers are super-stoked about the beauty of this day hiker. "Great-looking shoes"—this is how a seasoned adventurer passionately describes his Circadia Vents. "I like the style," says another.
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There are those who are unnerved by the elevated design of the Circadia Vent's heel zone. One of them says, "It feels like you're walking downhill until you get used to it." "The pitch of the shoe from heel to toe puts all of my weight onto the balls of my feet," says another.
Very quick break-in
It's hit or miss for the KEEN Circadia Vent when it comes to ventilation. Some hikers find it very breathable, with one saying, "They keep my feet cool."
Others believe the opposite. "Vent they do not," says one of them about his Circadia Vents.
